Wilmington pollen forecast — USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (2 September) pollen in USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial, Wilmington is high; grass is high; ragweed is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (3 September 2026) grass remains high, mugwort remains low, ragweed declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase; cypress will remain stable.
Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset. Airmine's estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily. Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA) Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 2 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | High | 63/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 15/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 29/100 |
Tomorrow - 3 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | High | 57/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial occupies a battleship memorial on the Cape Fear River, and its plant life mirrors the rest of Wilmington, so seasonal pollen sources here match the broader regional pattern. Visitors should expect roughly the same seasonal pattern as elsewhere in the city, with only minor local variation.
Pollen season at USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial follows Wilmington's regional pattern, opening with cedar and elm from February then oak builds through March and April. Grass pollen rises through April and May, and ragweed extends the weed season into September. Mild winters across the Southeast push the pollen calendar earlier than in most of the country, which shapes conditions at USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial much as it does elsewhere in Wilmington.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in North Carolina
Is pollen high in Wilmington right now?
On 2 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Wilmington are high. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Wilmington tomorrow?
On 3 September 2026, pollen conditions in Wilmington will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at high levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Wilmington this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Wilmington?
On 2 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Wilmington. ambrosia and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Wilmington?
How often is the Wilmington pollen forecast updated?
The Wilmington pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Wilmington come from nearby or far away?
Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.
Are pollen levels in Wilmington based on measurements or forecasts?
Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.
Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Wilmington, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.
This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.
Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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